Adult Mental Health Services
Residential Group Homes
- 732-367-4700 ext 5132
- Ocean County
- 732-367-4700 ext 5132
- Ocean County
Program Requires a Referral
Program Requires a Referral Through ICMS hospital liaison
Program Director: Donna Comerford
732-367-4700 ext. 5132
dcomerford@preferredbehavioral.org
Residential Group Homes offer a community-based alternative to psychiatric institutions by providing structured and supervised support for individuals with severe mental illness. Located in Ocean County, the group homes offer different levels of supervision depending on individual needs. Some provide 24-hour supervision, while others offer 12-hour supervision. Both co-ed and gender-specific homes are available to ensure that residents are placed in a living situation that is most appropriate for them.
The Comfort of Home
A Safe and Supportive Environment
Everyone needs a place to call home and a sense of belonging. Residential Group Homes offer support and guidance to residents living in a communal setting, with the aim of helping them increase their independence and improve their overall quality of life. Staff members provide assistance with activities of daily living including:
- Medication management support
- Medical education
- Transportation
- Case management
- Life skills training
- Access to psychiatric treatment
- Meals
- Prevent duplication of services
- Avoid potential conflicts between treatments
- Experience a more seamless and coordinated solution
Get The Help You Need
Make The Call
Call 732-367-4700 x5132 or email dcomerford@preferredbehavioral.org
Get a Referral
Referrals are made from state psychiatric hospitals, by state hospital staff only.
What Happens Next?
Referrals are evaluated and if appropriate, placement is arranged.
Residential Group Homes
The Framework for a Brighter Future
Structure and routine in a comfortable home environment can make it easier for individuals dealing with behavioral or mental health issues to navigate the basic responsibilities of everyday life. Mastering these responsibilities can help residents to:
- Increase self-confidence
- Build positive relationships
- Integrate into the community
- Prevent duplication of services
- Avoid potential conflicts between treatments
- Experience a more seamless and coordinated solution
We're Here To Help
Preferred Behavioral Health Group provides multiple youth and adult services to address emotional, mental, and behavioral health issues. However, some situations require different services. If you or a loved one is experiencing life-threatening danger or the immediate risk of self-harm, go to the nearest emergency room or dial 911 for immediate assistance.